Posted by D Sherman [24.19.162.43] on Tuesday, June 01, 2010 at 02:26:34 :
In Reply to: Re: Wouldn't hurt to try posted by Dave Royal [75.81.246.156] on Monday, May 31, 2010 at 12:12:16 :
A variac is a variable transformer. It works ONLY with AC current. If you apply DC to a variac, it will suck a large amount of current, get very hot, and burn itself out.
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